Chinese Qing Dynasty Manchu Platform ShoesThe Qing Dynasty (1644 1911). A Qing Dynasty pair of Manchu 'horse hoof' shoes. During the Qing Dynasty in China the Manchu women were forbidden from binding their feet. The 'horse hoof' shoe was not only fashionable among Manchu women, but also made them appear taller; the shoe reshaped the body. Together with the new longer dress 'qipao,' it brought an alternative standard for feminine beauty. Circa: 19th century Origin: China Material: Silk